News Clay Ryan named senior VP of external affairs at Alabama Power Ryan will succeed Zeke Smith who retired after a 40-year career with the company. StaffNovember 2, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | Alabama’s crossroads: Business growth and political extremism in the balance What the state is experiencing can be termed a "soft dictatorship" where one-party rule gradually becomes dominated by its radical wing. Bill BrittOctober 9, 2023
Economy Report: Inflation eases slightly on Main Street but remains top business problem Forty-five percent of owners reported job openings that were hard to fill, up four points from December. StaffFebruary 15, 2023
Legislature Bill filed to prevent employers from mandating microchips The bill's sponsor, Prince Chestnut, D-Selma, said this is a pre-emptive bill to dissuade companies from considering the burgeoning technology. Jacob HolmesFebruary 1, 2023
State Alabama Innovation Corporation creates executive director position The Alabama Innovation Corporation board of directors allocated resources, capital and talent to fuel the state’s entrepreneurial impact and drive economic growth. StaffMay 10, 2022
Economy Inflation overtakes labor quality as top business problem for small businesses Thirty-one percent of owners reported that inflation was the single most important problem in their business. StaffApril 13, 2022
Governor Governor to kick off her Inaugural Made in Alabama Showcase The governor selected 12 top-rated businesses for their work in producing exceptional products for the state. StaffOctober 6, 2021
Legislature BCA applauds passage of Taxpayer Stimulus Freedom and Business Tax Competitiveness acts The bill passed the Senate on Wednesday by a vote of 27-0 before being sent to the governor’s desk. StaffFebruary 11, 2021
Economy Manufacture Alabama announces Diversify initiative The initiative will be led by a council consisting of industry leaders from across Alabama. John H. GlennJanuary 22, 2021
News The Paycheck Protection Program has reopened The program was re-authorized on Dec. 27 with a new combined allocation of $284.5 billion. John H. GlennJanuary 13, 2021